The ability to speak several languages is a valuable skill, but knowing when to stay quiet is an even greater one.
One cab driver learned this the hard way when he launched into a vivid rant about his passenger in Romanian, confident she couldn’t follow. Little did he realize, she caught every word—and by the end of the ride, she responded with a remark that left him completely floored.“I’ve actually experienced something similar while I was abroad,” Lisa told us.
Lisa decided to keep her composure until the end of the ride. When it was time to get out, she calmly asked the driver—in his own language—to stop at a different location since they had changed their minds. “He was completely caught off guard that I not only understood him but could respond perfectly,” she said.
While the encounter was amusing to her, it also served as an important reminder. “You never know who might be able to follow what you’re saying, so you have to be mindful of your words,” Lisa reflected. “They can hurt people or lead to unpleasant situations.”“So my advice: be polite and friendly to others, no matter if they understand you or not.
One of her favorite things about learning new languages is connecting with the cultures behind them. “Even though it’s the same language, cultural differences can influence how it’s used and express the mentality of the people really well,” she said.Of course, reaching fluency requires time, dedication, and effort, but Lisa has practical tips for beginners looking to improve.
“If you already know the story, you don’t have to focus on the plot—you can concentrate on learning the words instead,” she explained. “I especially enjoy watching travel or ‘a day in my life’ vlogs because the visuals make it clear what’s happening, and certain words are repeated often enough to stick in your head naturally.”Many recommend speaking from day one, and Lisa agrees it’s a good approach.
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